Very Good
#663 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 30% in state
Cedar Creek Elem.
Elementary School · LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII
2600 SW 3RD ST, Lee's Summit, MO 64081
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Lee's Summit
#6 of 25
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#374 of 1,202
In district
#6 of 26
LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII
Academic performance
8.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Cedar Creek Elem.
Cedar Creek Elementary serves 477 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Lee's Summit, Missouri, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranking #208 out of 2,234 Missouri schools, the school places in the 91st percentile statewide. The school maintains a favorable learning environment with a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio and 37 full-time equivalent teachers.
Academic performance is strong, with 59% of students achieving proficiency or above in both English Language Arts and Math across all grade levels, contributing to the school's impressive 8.9 out of 10 academic score. Cedar Creek Elementary benefits from its location in an affluent and educated community within the 64081 ZIP code area. The neighborhood boasts a median household income of $100,432 and median home values of $311,600, with half of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.
The area maintains a remarkably low poverty rate of just 1.8%, reflecting the economic stability of families in the district. Located at 2600 SW 3rd Street, Cedar Creek Elementary sits in a small suburban setting that combines the advantages of a close-knit community atmosphere with access to quality educational resources, making it an attractive option for families seeking academic excellence in the Lee's Summit area.
Score Breakdown
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Cedar Creek Elem. — Students at Cedar Creek Elem. score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.
How Cedar Creek Elem. Compares
See how Cedar Creek Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 59% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 68% (2019) to 59% (2022).
Location
2600 SW 3RD ST, Lee's Summit, MO 64081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar Creek Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAZEL GROVE ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SUMMIT POINTE ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LEE'S SUMMIT ELEM. (rated 6.5/10, 3.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lee's Summit, see our Lee's Summit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LONGVIEW FARM ELEM. Lee's Summit | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| OUR LADY OF THE PRESENTATION SCHOOL Lee's Summit | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| LEES SUMMIT ACADEMY Lee's Summit | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTVIEW ELEM. Lee's Summit | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| HAZEL GROVE ELEM. Lee's Summit | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| PLEASANT LEA ELEM. Lee's Summit | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| PLEASANT LEA MIDDLE Lee's Summit | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| HAWTHORN HILL ELEM. Lee's Summit | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT WEST HIGH Lee's Summit | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT ELEM. Lee's Summit | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT NORTH HIGH Lee's Summit | 3.1 mi | 7.4 |
| FREDA MARKLEY EARLY CHILDHOOD Kansas City | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| SUMMIT POINTE ELEM. Kansas City | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ERVIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| R-7 Online Academy Lee's Summit | 3.3 mi | — |
| RAYTOWN SOUTH SR. HIGH Raytown | 4.2 mi | 3.1 |
| LANGSFORD HOUSE Lee's Summit | 3.5 mi | — |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF GREATER KANSAS CITY Kansas City | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| LEE'S SUMMIT SR. HIGH Lee's Summit | 3.6 mi | 8.4 |
| SOUTHWOOD ELEM. Raytown | 4.7 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,490
Median Home Value
$333,400
Median Rent
$1,449/mo
Population
25,293
College Educated
51.3%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
39.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cedar Creek Elem. has a median household income of $103,490. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $333,400, with a median rent of $1,449/month. The local poverty rate of 2.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALEXANDER DONIPHAN ELEM. Liberty, MO | 7.1 |
| BERKELEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berkeley, MO | 7.1 |
| BLEVINS ELEM. Eureka, MO | 7.1 |
| BOLIVAR INTERMEDIATE SCH. Bolivar, MO | 7.1 |
| CARDEN PARK ELEM St. Joseph, MO | 7.1 |
| CLYDE HAMRICK ELEM. Imperial, MO | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar Creek Elem.
What grades does Cedar Creek Elem. serve?
Cedar Creek Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cedar Creek Elem.?
Cedar Creek Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Creek Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Creek Elem. is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cedar Creek Elem. rank in MO?
Cedar Creek Elem. is ranked #663 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Cedar Creek Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar Creek Elem. has a composite rating of 7.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cedar Creek Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cedar Creek Elem. has 59.7% math proficiency and 64.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Cedar Creek Elem. a charter school?
No, Cedar Creek Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cedar Creek Elem. a Title I school?
No, Cedar Creek Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cedar Creek Elem.?
14.5% of students at Cedar Creek Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,446/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Lee's Summit). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 986-1260
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
LEE'S SUMMIT R-VII- District Enrollment
- 17,797
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,841
- District Rank
- #6 of 26
Other Schools in This District
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